Health Policy Fellows recognized by the S.C. Institute of Medicine and Public Health
March 22, 2022Members of the South Carolina General Assembly have been recognized as the newest class of Health Policy Fellows by the South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH). The…
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Just Say Something hosts 34TH Annual Red Ribbon Classic Golf Tournament
March 21, 2022
The 34th Annual Red Ribbon Classic Golf Tournament, presented by Reed Property Group, will be held on Monday, March 28th at the Thornblade Club, 1275 Thornblade Blvd, Greer, SC 29650-4515.…
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Seven Midlands women to be honored as Women of Distinction by Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands
March 20, 2022
Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands will honor seven Midlands-area women at its 28th Annual Women of Distinction Awards Dinner on April 7, 2022, at the Cathy Novinger…
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Global Upstate Conference on International Business and Foreign Affairs
March 20, 2022
The first of its Kind in Upstate S.C. The Global Upstate Conference on International Business and Foreign Affairs, presented by the non-profit World Affairs Council Upstate, will bring scholars, business…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation awards $90,000 to nine local Black-led and Black-benefiting nonprofit organizations
March 17, 2022Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ leader in collaborative philanthropy, has awarded $90,000 in unrestricted General Operating Support grants to nine Black-led and Black-benefiting nonprofits in the Midlands. The Community…
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Halls Signature Events partners with Coach Dawn Staley; Launches special pre-race bridge run dinner
March 17, 2022
2022 Cooper River Bridge Run runners have a new way to fuel up before the big race while also helping children in need. This year Halls Signature Events, a sister…
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Countybank holds Simply Rolling Out the Arts in Simpsonville
March 16, 2022
Countybank recently partnered with the City of Simpsonville and the Simpsonville Arts Foundation to co-sponsor an event celebrating the grand opening of Countybank’s commercial loan office in Simpsonville. The “Simply…
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Marketing Minute Video: Branding
March 14, 2022
Marketing Minute with Philicia Thompson, NP Strategy In today’s online world, it’s essential to set yourself apart. This week’s video discusses the importance of developing a strong and consistent personal…
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Upstate Warrior Solution to host official groundbreaking ceremony for Rupert Huse Veteran Center
March 13, 2022
Upstate Warrior Solution (UWS) is proud to announce the official groundbreaking for their new Rupert Huse Veteran Center (RHVC) on Wednesday, March 16th from 4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. at 770 Pelham…
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Girl Scouts in the Upstate and Midlands celebrate 110 Years
March 13, 2022
For 110 years, Girl Scouts have found a way to dream big and do good. From reaching the outer limits of space to stocking their local food pantry, there is…
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Emmanuel’s Hammer to host their 2022 annual Builder’s Breakfast March 24
March 10, 2022
Emmanuel’s Hammer, a nonprofit, faith-based organization providing home rehabilitation services for homeowners in need, is hosting their annual Builder’s Breakfast on Thursday, March 24, 2022, at 7:00 AM. The event…
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Smokefree SC Board of Directors announces call for nominations
March 10, 2022
Smokefree SC, a statewide nonprofit that works to protect the health of all South Carolinians, is seeking experienced nonprofit leaders for several open seats on their Board of Directors for…
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Make-A-Wish® South Carolina announces three new appointments to Board of Directors
March 10, 2022
Make-A-Wish South Carolina is proud to announce that it has appointed Bill Smith, director of sales of Brother International, LLC, Chris DiGiusto, Vice President of the Managed Services Organization at…
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2022 spring foreign language classes at Upstate International, register now
March 8, 2022
Language classes are open for registration at Upstate International. Here are the 8 reasons why: Russian, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Spanish and Vietnamese. Impress your family, friends and colleagues.…
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FAVOR selects Lesley Pregenzer as new CEO
March 8, 2022
Upstate woman with years of non-profit leadership experience selected to head up local recovery community center. FAVOR, a non-profit corporation that provides compassionate and innovative recovery support services to those…
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The Barbara Stone Foundation launches UP (Upward Professionals), an employment initiative with Hospitality America and Windsor Aughtry Hotel Group
March 3, 2022
The Barbara Stone Foundation, a Greenville-based non-profit dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with disabilities and their families, recently announced a unique pilot program and partnership with Hospitality America…
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Upstate Warrior Solution named first nonprofit to win Applause Award by Better Business Bureau of the Upstate
March 1, 2022
BBB® of Upstate South Carolina awarded Upstate Warrior Solution with the BBB Applause Award for meeting and exceeding advertising standards, making it the first nonprofit to receive the award. Each quarter,…
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Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Carolinas to host 17th Annual RMHCC Golf Classic
March 1, 2022
Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Carolinas (RMHCC) is announced its 17th Annual RMHCC Golf Classic will be held on Wednesday, April 27th at the Cliffs at Mountain Park. We’re warming up…
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Disability Advocacy Day March 2 at State House
March 1, 2022
The South Carolina Partnership of Disability Organizations (SCPDO) will be celebrating their 33rd Annual Disability Advocacy Day event on Wednesday, March 2 at the South Carolina State House (North grounds).…
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Celebrate world cultures right here at home
February 28, 2022
Upstate International is gearing up for its 10th anniversary celebration of Upstate International Month (UIM) this March. Since its inception in 2013, every month of March has been filled with…
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From Lora Tucker, CEO Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands.
February 28, 2022
“Based on the information we have right now, due to production and shipping challenges of Girl Scout Cookies, Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands will extend the 2022 cookie…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation awards Catalyst Award to Killingsworth Home
February 28, 2022
Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ local center for philanthropy, has awarded the 2021-2022 David W. Robinson Catalyst Award to Killingsworth Home for its commitment to helping women emerging from…
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Rebuild Upstate announces search for a full-time CEO
February 27, 2022
Founder Chris Manley to transition to Strategic Advisor For the first time in 15 years, Rebuild Upstate is looking for a full-time CEO. Since it started its mission of repairing…
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Upstate Warrior Solution bridges critical gap in support for veterans through Justice-Involved Veteran Outreach program
February 24, 2022
In cooperation with the VA’s Veterans Justice Outreach Program, Upstate Warrior Solution (UWS) presents its comprehensive Justice-Involved Veteran Outreach (JIVO) program. Through the JIVO program, UWS partners with law enforcement…
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Buy a Sub: Send Team South Carolina athletes to the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games
February 23, 2022
Jersey Mike’s 12th Annual “Month of Giving” Celebrates Special Olympics Athletes Nationwide The 2022 Special Olympics USA Games is joining forces with 74 Jersey Mike’s Subs locations throughout South Carolina for its 12th Annual March “Month of…
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TD SYNNEX announces date, theme and location for 2022 Share the Magic Greenville annual celebration
February 23, 2022
Share the Magic to expand in 12th year from five TD SYNNEX markets to seven across North America TD SYNNEX announced today its Share the Magic annual fundraising celebration in…
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55 images that awakened civil rights change on display at Upcountry History Museum
February 21, 2022Being in the right place at the right time often means the difference between ordinary and extraordinary. Witness to History: Selma Photography of Stephen Somerstein is a perfect example of…
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Was Normal Good Enough?
February 18, 2022
By Erinn Rowe CEO Harvest Hope Food Bank As the CEO of Harvest Hope Food Bank, I have seen the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic firsthand. I have seen a…
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Able South Carolina announces creation of SC Disability Vaccine Access Network
February 16, 2022
Able South Carolina (Able SC) – a nonprofit focused on empowering individuals with disabilities to live active, self-determined lives – has announced the creation of the SC Disability Vaccine Access…
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Governor Henry McMaster recognizes impact of “Kidz in Lids” school program
February 15, 2022
Event raises funds to help support cancer patients and their families This year, hundreds more will be diagnosed with childhood cancer in North and South Carolina and the need for…
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Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midland kicks off booth sales and DoorDash partnership
February 14, 2022
Girl Scouts in the midlands and upstate of South Carolina will begin booth sales of the new brownie-inspired AdventurefulsTM cookie alongside other favorites, on February 11, 2022 Friday, February 11, kicks off…
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Bon Secours earns National Physician Well-being Award
February 14, 2022
Award recognizes programs with resilience, learning, business & quality, and culture components Bon Secours, which is part of Bon Secours Mercy Health, was named the recipient of the prestigious Medicus…
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Jerry Chapman joins Alzheimer’s Association as Director of Ride to End ALZ® South Carolina
February 9, 2022
After 11 Years as Healthcare Executive, Chapman Switches Gears to Lead Charity Cycling Event On July 8-10, 2022, the Alzheimer’s Association® South Carolina Chapter will hold its annual cross-state cycling…
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Nearly 3,600 acres protected by Upstate Forever in 2021
February 7, 2022
Greenville- and Spartanburg-based conservation organization Upstate Forever protected nearly 3,600 acres of private and public forests, farmlands, and green spaces across Upstate South Carolina in 2021. Additional projects where Upstate…
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Milliken & Company donates 200 uniforms to local Girl Scout troops
February 7, 2022
The Textile Division of Milliken & Company announced today a donation of 200 Daisy and Brownie uniforms to the Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands, the local council that…
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In nostalgic nod to Saturday morning cartoons, Bugs Bunny and friends arrive at Upcountry History Museum
February 7, 2022
On Saturday morning, February 12, 2022, Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Road Runner, and Tweety Bird won’t just be cartoons on your television screen, they and fellow Looney Tunes and Merrie…
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J.E.B. Wilson receives McNulty Catalyst Fund for Liberty Fellowship impact project
February 7, 2022
Fifth-generation farmer J.E.B. Wilson has been named a 2022 McNulty Foundation Catalyst Fund recipient for his Liberty Fellowship impact project, SC AgriWellness. Wilson partnered with stakeholders to create the program,…
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Home Works to host first annual Hammer Classic Sporting Clays Fundraiser
February 7, 2022
Thursday April 21, South Carolina nonprofit Home Works will host its First Annual Hammer Classic, a sporting clays fundraiser benefiting their mission of compassionate construction. DETAILS: Thursday April 21, 2022…
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Communities in Schools of South Carolina announces transformative investment to help students overcome obstacles to learning
February 3, 2022
$2.5 Million Donation from Philanthropist Mackenzie Scott Will Strengthen Organization’s Impact in Public Schools Across South Carolina Communities In Schools of South Carolina (CISSC) announced today that they are the…
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Mary Black Foundation announces staff transition
February 3, 2022
The Mary Black Foundation announced that Haley Wicker has been named the Program Director of Early Childhood Development, succeeding Keisha Gray, who is leaving the Foundation at the end of…
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BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by TD SYNNEX opens 2022 ticket sales
February 1, 2022
Ticket sales for the 2022 BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by TD SYNNEX are now open to the public at bmwcharitygolf.com. This year’s tournament, which will be held June 6-12, will…
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Upstate International announces new public event
February 1, 2022
Chinese Influence in Africa: What does this mean for the rest of the World? Upstate International is announcing a new lunch and learn event with Dr. Trevor Rubenzer. Dr. Rubenzer…
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Muncaster Financial Group named as Applause Award winner by Better Business Bureau of the Upstate
February 1, 2022
Better Business Bureau (BBB®) of Upstate South Carolina awarded Muncaster Financial Group with the BBB Applause Award for meeting and exceeding advertising standards. Each quarter, BBB’s Local Advertising Review Program…
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Harvest Hope Food Bank elects new Board of Directors Chair
January 31, 2022
Harvest Hope Food Bank announced that Willis HR CEO, Jada Willis, assumed the chair role of Harvest Hope’s Board of Directors at the beginning of the new year. She has…
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Dorothy F. Self to serve as 2022 Chair of Local Advertising Review Program by BBB® of the Upstate
January 31, 2022
Better Business Bureau (BBB®) of Upstate South Carolina is pleased to announce the appointment of Dorothy F. Self of DFS Creative Concepts as Chair of the Local Advertising Review Program…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation awards more than $8.3 million in grants and scholarships in first half of fiscal year
January 28, 2022
Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ leader in collaborative philanthropy, today announced that during the first half of the 2021-2022 fiscal year (July 1 to December 31, 2021), more than…
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Local nonprofit started by Greenville family to help tackle poor hygiene among the homeless
January 27, 2022
Do you know how many homeless live in the small city of Greenville, South Carolina? According to the Greenville Homeless Alliance, there were more than 3,000 homeless people in Greenville…
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Non Profit Minute – Allison Fleahman, Project SEARCH
January 27, 2022
The Who’s on the Move, Non Profit Minute is an interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We would like to thank…
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Karee White joins Liberty Fellowship as Chief Advancement Officer
January 27, 2022
Karee White, a higher education executive and native of South Carolina, has been named Liberty Fellowship’s first Chief Advancement Officer (CAO). In her new role, White leads the comprehensive philanthropic…
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SC Women in Leadership announces public launch of MatchBoard.tech
January 24, 2022
Web-based App Improves Accessibility to Appointed Public Boards and Commissions In a press conference on Monday, South Carolina Women in Leadership announces the public launch of MatchBoard, a new statewide…
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